In this compelling installment of the Defining Black Power series, we present a profound historical recording featuring the voice of literary giant James Baldwin. Captured by Lorenz Graham at the Second Baptist Church in Los Angeles, Baldwin delivers an incisive and unflinching exploration of American history through the lens of the Negro experience. With his signature eloquence and keen insight, Baldwin confronts the realities of racial inequality, the enduring impact of systemic oppression, and the transformative power of truth-telling. This rare archival gem invites listeners to reflect on the courage and resilience at the heart of the struggle for Black liberation. Tune in for a masterclass in the art of speaking truth to power.
Hard Knock Radio is a drive-time Hip-Hop talk show on KPFA (94.1fm @ 4-5 pm Monday-Friday), a community radio station without corporate underwriting, hosted by Davey D and Anita Johnson.